Sounders Host St. Louis City in Homecoming Rematch

Seattle and St. Louis City meet again after recent clash, with both teams looking to gain momentum.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:13am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a soccer match between two teams, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the players and movement on the field.The Sounders and St. Louis City FC renew their rivalry in a highly anticipated MLS rematch at Lumen Field.St. Louis Today

The Seattle Sounders and St. Louis City FC are set to face off again this Saturday in Seattle, just six weeks after their previous matchup. While St. Louis coach Yoann Damet isn't dwelling too much on their prior encounter, both teams will be eager to gain an edge in this highly anticipated rematch.

Why it matters

This game represents a key early-season clash between two rising MLS powers. The Sounders are looking to bounce back at home after their recent loss, while St. Louis City aims to continue their strong start and prove they can win on the road against one of the league's top teams.

The details

The Sounders and St. Louis City last met in late March, with St. Louis earning a narrow 1-0 victory. However, Damet says his team isn't overly focused on that previous result, as both squads have evolved since then. The Sounders will be playing in front of their home fans at Lumen Field, hoping the energy of the crowd can help propel them to victory in the rematch.

  • The teams last met on March 25, 2026.
  • This Saturday's rematch will take place on April 20, 2026.

The players

Yoann Damet

The head coach of St. Louis City FC, leading the expansion club in their second MLS season.

Seattle Sounders

One of the most successful MLS franchises, the Sounders are looking to bounce back at home after a recent defeat.

St. Louis City FC

The expansion MLS club based in St. Louis, Missouri, who are off to a strong start in their second season in the league.

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What they’re saying

“We're not focusing too much on the last match, as both teams have evolved since then. This will be a new challenge for us on the road against a very good Sounders team.”

— Yoann Damet, Head Coach, St. Louis City FC

What’s next

The winner of this match will gain valuable momentum and positioning in the early MLS season standings.

The takeaway

This rematch between the Sounders and St. Louis City promises to be an exciting clash between two of the league's top teams, with both squads looking to prove their mettle and gain an edge in the competitive Western Conference.